The Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) is a national association of social work education programs and individuals that ensures and enhances the quality of social work education for a professional practice that promotes individual, family, and community well-being, and social and economic justice. CSWE pursues this mission by setting and maintaining national accreditation standards for baccalaureate and master’s degree programs in social work, by promoting faculty development, and by advocating for social work education and research.

Exhibits, Sponsorships and Advertising
•    Develop, sell, manage and execute APM exhibit booths, sponsorships and advertising.
•    Play an active role in obtaining exhibitor industry prospects while qualifying exhibitor sales leads for updates to our exhibitor contacts database while emphasizing exhibitor retention best practices
•    Prospecting of new sponsors and advertising sales.
•    Design exhibit floor plan layout to maximize booth sales
•    Manage exhibit sales, booth assignments, floor plan changes, customer service issues, payment processes and policies and exhibit space allocation
•    Manage the exhibit sales prospect list, first right of refusals, development selection process for exhibitions including fostering current relationships and seeking prospective parties
•    Create sponsorship value while maintaining sponsorship effectiveness to costs.
•    Manage all aspects of sponsorship sales, fulfillment, execution and satisfaction/evaluations. coordinate with internal divisions/departments and external partners for effective execution
•    Service kit development and approval
•    Field all questions from Exhibitors regarding sales, marketing, services, and logistics
•    Responsible for collection of graphics, photos, logos structure designs, sponsorship branding locations, signage placement
•    Liaison between exhibit hall logistics vendor and exhibitors
•    Initiate, develop, and execute onsite re-signing process for the next years’ APM
•    Add new revenue streams by way of new sponsorships 

Onsite
•    Oversee GSC to include setup and tear down of hall
•    Responsible for the exhibitor move-in and registration
•    Manage onsite sales re-signing process for exhibits, sponsorships, and advertising 
•    Liaison between exhibitors and GSC
•    Oversee various vendors that work with our exhibitors/sponsors on the event floor
•    Oversee GSC to confirm placement of all branding, signage, and sponsorship locations
•    Serve as a backup for Director, Meetings and Events
•    Work with Logistics Coordinator as needed

Logistics
•    Exhibitor registration website development, testing, reporting, assignment of booth passcodes
•    Liaison between registration company, online database vendors and organization
•    Manage and oversee web site development for exhibits and sponsorships for all APM event exhibits and sponsorships.
•    Create content and oversee website updates for sales, marketing, and advertising as it relates to APM and other CSWE events
•    Collaborate and execute mobile app with all areas related to exhibitor information, floorplan, and general information
•    Manage all aspects of invoicing for APM and CSWE events as it relates to sales, sponsorships, and advertising
•    Manage all aspects of collections for APM and CSWE events as it relates to sales, sponsorships, and advertising 
•    Create content and provide sponsors for APM countdown email including cross promotion with CSWE departments
•    Create and execute informational communications with our exhibitors as it relates to APM or CSWE Events
•    Design, copyedited and coordinate design of graphic elements, fact sheets, infographics, promotional products, logos for all signage, charging station structures, digital and social media advertising and print advertising
•    Create year-round deadlines for all facets of sales, exhibitor marketing, and sponsorships for APM and other conferences held by CSWE
•    Work with Director, Meetings & Events to employ and contract temporary help as needed
•    Solve contractual and logistical issues that arise with our customers for our events 
 

•    Bachelor’s degree and/or a minimum of 3 years’ related work experience, preferably in a national membership association
•    3+ years in association sales and operations
•    Demonstrated experience in identifying value creation opportunities and executing on a plan to ensure the value is capitalized on
•    Strong communication and interpersonal skills in building relationships with internal and external customers
•    Ability to work collaboratively with all CSWE departments and outside vendors
•    Ability to establish priorities, work independently, perform multiple tasks simultaneously in a timely, courteous and professional manner and excel in a fast-paced environment
•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills
•    Proficient in all components of Microsoft Office 365, Adobe, and similar event platforms or databases, including Freeman passport signage, MapYourshow, Cadmium.

This is an onsite position with the option for a hybrid schedule.

COMPENSATION

• The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience.
• CSWE offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 403b retirement contributions, and more.

ADA SPECIFICATIONS

• May be required to use a computer screen for extended periods of time 

• This position is primarily sedentary and is performed in an office setting.

• The physical demands of this position are limited to the ability to lift up to 25 lbs., bend, stoop, and carry articles used in program activities. Position requires the ability to speak audibly; listen actively; and use computers, telephones, and other office equipment.

• Periodic out-of-town travel is required.

• Attendance at and/or support of meetings and events outside of normal working hours and may include evenings and/or weekends. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.  Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please submit a cover letter and your resume or CV by clicking the "I'm Interested" button on the job posting.